Rumination is not just thinking repeatedly about something. This is introspection. 

Instead, rumination is persevering on distressing ideas. It is an intrusive and obsessive act rather than a deep reflection. 

In fact, rumination is our go-to place when things are uncomfortable. 

Someone may have said something upsetting to you. And then you repeat that conversation in your head. 

Five million times. 

So ruminating is tough. 

On the one hand, it gives you a sense of power and control over the situation. But, on the other, it can be very destructive. 

Besides, rumination is like a stationary bike. It goes nowhere. 

Today’s guest, Dr. Kristi Angevine, will help us understand why ruminating is a habit and how to deconstruct it. 

Dr. Kristi Angevine is a board-certified ObGyn and also a certified life coach. She specializes in helping high-achievers change unhelpful habits into intentional ones. 

Today, Erika and I spoke with Kristi about habits in general and rumination in particular.  

I hope you get as much from this interview as we did. Enjoy. 

In This Episode:

01:20 Introducing Dr. Kristi Angevine    

04:54 Kristi’s background 

06:28 Reason why Kristi focuses on habits 

13:18 Definition of the habit of rumination      

16:43 Why do we ruminate?  

19:19 Rumination doesn’t feel like a choice

22:05 Actions that could be done when ruminating 

28:31 How to prevent the emergence of rumination 

35:10 Examples of helpful resources 

44.15 What to do if your inner critic emerges

45.44 Kristi’s childhood memory that she really cherishes 

47.42 Connecting with Kristi’s work 

Dr. Kristi Angevine

• Website - https://habitsonpurpose.com/ 
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/habits.on.purpose 
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kristi.angevine/
• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-angevine/ 
• Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/habits-on-purpose/id1609275644 

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